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Bangor school leaders defend announcement of student’s suicide by loudspeaker

Facing criticism from parents, Bangor school officials Wednesday night defended their choice to tell Bangor High School students of a peer’s suicide last month over the school’s intercom — a practice that went against recommendations of mental health professionals. Read More

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Police recordings detail how Sharon Carrillo explained her daughter’s abuse

Blue Hill selectmen express frustration with proposed high school tuition hike

Valley Unified board approves Frenchville site for proposed regional school, sets stage for public vote

Hydro-Quebec joins the 2020 campaign in a bid to save the embattled Maine corridor project

A Blue Hill man wrote a singles ad for his lonely duck

Country star Thomas Rhett set for August 2020 concert in Bangor

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Presque Isle is trying to convince millennials to move there

1-MINUTE ADVENTURES

This scenic snowshoe on the Appalachian Trail leads to a frozen waterfall

Little Wilson Falls is a series of three waterfalls on Little Wilson Stream as it flows through a dramatic slate gorge in Elliottsville Township. A 3-mile out-and-back hike leads to the largest of these waterfalls, which is known as the “upper falls” and is located on the Appalachian Trail. Read More

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GOOD BIRDING

Why crows gather in trees at dusk

It’s that time of year again, when trees are decorated with lights, ornaments and crows. Lots of crows. Read More

Popular Acadia carriage road will close for parts of 2020 as park finishes road work

Visitors to Acadia National Park next summer might find it a little harder to make their way around the carriage road that circles Eagle Lake in Bar Harbor, one of the park’s more popular spots. Read More

Janet Mills’ plan to grow Maine’s economy in the next decade

The recommendations will prompt debate in Augusta. Read More

Recordings show Marissa Kennedy tried to fight off her abusive stepfather

Jurors saw more disturbing photos and videos Wednesday morning as Sharon Carrillo’s murder trial continued. Read More

How a Rockland nonprofit became entwined in the Carrillo family case

That the Carrillo family ended up working with an alternative response agency is a sign the Maine Department of Health and Human Services didn’t think the family’s children faced a major risk of continued abuse. Read More

Police looking for ‘person of interest’ in Bangor Historical Society sign fire

Bangor police are trying to identify a man who may have had a role in setting fire to a sign at the front entrance of the Bangor Historical Society’s Thomas A. Hill House. Read More

1-minute hike: Little Wilson Falls in Elliottsville Township

Little Wilson Falls is a series of three waterfalls on Little Wilson Stream as it flows through a dramatic slate gorge in Elliottsville Township. Read More

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Fewer deer, turkeys and bears killed by Maine hunters

The number of deer, turkeys and bears killed by hunters this fall were all down from the previous year in Maine, while moose hunters were more successful. Read More

SAM TRIES THINGS

I tried to make a wreath. Here’s how it went.

Upcycling in one of its earliest forms — how could I resist? Read More

Thomaston man allegedly held woman against will and tried to suffocate her

Bail was set at $2,000 Wednesday for a Thomaston man who allegedly held a woman against her will and tried to suffocate her. Read More

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Eliot mom faces felony charges after fleeing with kids to Canada

Milo man faces multiple charges after allegedly killing cat and shooting at his fleeing family

Conviction upheld in girlfriend killing in Jay

Westbrook man sentenced to 7 years for stealing $17,000 from bank and credit union

Murder suspect’s mother says she has foggy memory of son’s shooting of Isahak Muse

OPINION

The truth is finally out. The FBI fulfilled its mission.

Although it took two years, the truth is finally out. Read More

KATHLEEN PARKER

On impeaching Trump, I remain unconvinced. Much to my disappointment.

GEORGE DANBY | EDITORIAL CARTOONIST

Bah, humbug!

OPINION

Paul Volcker, the first monetary rock star

EDITORIALS

Too few Americans vote. A national election day holiday could help.

OPINION

Maine has options for affordable health coverage. Now is the time to sign up.

US team in foreign territory, trailing, at Presidents Cup

It was the first time the International team won the opening session since 2005, which also was the last time it led after any session in an event the Americans have won 10 out of 12 times, including the last seven in a row. Read More

Roger Goodell says NFL investigation focused on Patriots’ videotaping in Cleveland, not past history

This former Camden Hills basketball star hopes to lead his alma mater back to prominence

Brogdon, Holiday help Pacers rally past Celtics

Capitals beat Bruins in showdown between NHL’s top two teams

Dartmouth routs UMaine men’s basketball team

THE WEEKLY QUESTION

What is your favorite holiday tradition?

The Weekly Question is published on Thursdays. This installment is for Dec. 12. Read More

Repurposing art helps mother and son heal and help others

Noble Root grand opening Dec. 14

UMaine-Farmington professor’s first novel recognized as a Best Book of 2019 for Young Adults

Dinner for 2 Anywhere in the World Raffle winners announced

U.S. Cellular’s The Future of Good program returns

1-minute hike: Day Mountain in Acadia National Park

Take a trip inside a Bangor plow truck

Black Friday Shopping

BANGOR METRO

Why you should head north to the St. John Valley

A pleasure drive through the St. John Valley should not be a rush job. You want to take time to soak up all the history, culture, cuisine, scenery and recreation the region has to offer. Read More